Thursday, October 31, 2013

SCV NewsBreak for Thursday, October 31, 2013

In this episode:

An investigation into a child’s death in Canyon country has been transferred to the Los Angeles County Homicide Bureau; Officials with the Los Angeles County Department of Public Health are trying to pinpoint what made more than a dozen Cal Arts students sick to their stomachs this week.


Also:

Zombies invaded Sierra Vista Junior High School Thursday when more than 40 teachers and staff danced in a zombie thriller flash mob at lunchtime; Road closers and detours are expected to impact traffic Sunday when thousands of runners hit the streets for the Santa Clarita Marathon; local weather.



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Health Department Investigaes Cal Arts Kitchen

KHTS News Director, Perry Smith contributed to this story.


At least 17 CalArts students at became ill by Wednesday, according to reports from students, in an incident that’s under investigation by the Los Angeles County’s Department of Public Health.


A number of Cal Arts students are reportedly experiencing “gastrointestinal, flu-like” symptoms, according to Margaret Crane, Cal Arts media relations manager.


The school is trying to find out where the illness originated and investigating the cafeteria on campus, Crane said.


Los Angeles County Department of Public Health officials are investigating the cause of the illnesses, according to Bonnie Powell, Director of Communications for Bon Appetite, the food services management company that operates the kitchen at the Valencia campus.


Public Health officials said Thursday their investigation is in its preliminary phase, and they planned to release a statement soon.


One student, who asked to remain anonymous, said the illnesses began shortly after an event known as “Chef’s Day” in the school’s cafeteria.


Numerous reports from CalArts students on Facebook describe illness and concerns about the food.


Powell suggested it might be norovirus, but officials at Henry Mayo Newhall Memorial Hospital have not yet confirmed an outbreak of the highly contagious illness.

Norovirus can be spread by an infected person, contaminated food or water, or by touching contaminated surfaces, according to the Centers for Disease Control website.


The virus causes your stomach or intestines or both to get inflamed, known as acute gastroenteritis.


This can cause stomach pain, nausea and diarrhea and to throw up, according to the site.


Bon Appétit Management Company is an onsite restaurant company that provides café and catering services to corporations, colleges and universities and specialty venues.


It has more than 500 locations in 32 states.


 



Health Department Investigaes Cal Arts Kitchen

Navy Yard Shooting Testimony; Diffusing a WWII Shell; Next-Gen Destroyer

Congress hears testimony on the Navy Yard Shooting, defusing a World War II shell and the Navy’s new generation of destroyer is floated for the first time.



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SCV Today, October 31

!cid_D0F30BF8-2005-4205-A9A1-778E2A058D7AHenry Mayo Hospital employees have made an amazing video to win money for breast cancer research.  Watch the video and vote!


 


Watch and vote herehttp://www.pinkglovedance.com/videos/2013-video-contest/?name=Henry%20Mayo%20Newhall%20Memorial%20Hospital


 


 


 


 


5krun


 


Seema Shah from Hands on SCV joins us to talk about the upcoming 5k/10k run at Magic Mountain


More information at: http://www.handsonscv.org/HOC__cmscontent?CMSId=a0UU0000004YxN6MAK


 


 


 


!cid_F6859218-AE20-49BB-9065-3E50C653DAB3HomeSmart NCG Santa Clarita has now joined forces with WinTrust Mortgage and Mike Bjorkman joins us to tell us what that means to us in the SCV. Mike also helps to get us into the Halloween spirit!


 


More info at: http://santaclaritarealestate.com/search-the-mls.asp



SCV Today, October 31

Wednesday, October 30, 2013

City Expands Community Gardens at Central Park

communitygardensThe City of Santa Clarita is helping residents put more fresh fruits and vegetables on the table with the expansion of the Community Gardens at Central Park. Join the Santa Clarita City Council and community gardeners on Thursday, October 31, 2013 at 10:00 a.m. as they host a ribbon cutting event celebrating the completion of 51 new garden plots.


The Community Gardens currently offers 80 garden plots to community members and groups who agree to use organic gardening practices to grow fresh, pesticide-free food. Since the Gardens opened in 2011, there has been a wait list of residents interested in renting a plot to grow fresh food and the expanded Gardens will address the existing and growing demand.


“The Community Gardens is a sanctuary where residents enjoy planting and tending to their own fruits and vegetables,” said Mayor Bob Kellar. “The concept is incredibly popular and we are happy to offer increased space and opportunities for residents to grow and enjoy fresh foods.”


The Community Gardens expansion includes 51 new raised garden beds, three universal use plots, a dozen new fruit trees, a butterfly garden, a dry river bed and landscaping enhancements.


The Community Gardens of Santa Clarita is a non-profit organization and a community facility where residents can come together to harvest and enjoy the benefits of locally grown, organic food that is environmentally friendly, sustainable, and cost effective. Food grown in the


Community Gardens is enjoyed by residents and donated to local organizations, including Help the Children and the Santa Clarita Valley Food Pantry.


For more information on the Community Gardens Expansion project or the ribbon cutting, please contact Gail Ortiz at (661) 255-4314 or gortiz@santa-clarita.com.



City Expands Community Gardens at Central Park

Wednesday, October 30, 2013

In this episode:

A bicyclist was killed in Santa Clarita Wednesday morning when he was struck by a truck at the intersection of Magic Mountain Parkway and Railroad Avenue just before 8 am; Doctors and hospital staff at Henry Mayo Newhall Memorial Hospital are asking for your vote to help them win $25,000 for the Avon Foundation to support breast cancer research.


Also:

729 southern California Edison customers lost power briefly in Canyon Country Wednesday morning after an overhead conductor failed; The Castaic Public Lnibrary will double in size by summer 2014, thanks to a decision by the Los Angeles County Board of Supervisors on Tuesday; local weather.


Finally:

The City of Santa Clarita recently added 51 new garden plots to the community gardens at Central Park.



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October 31, 2013

!cid_D0F30BF8-2005-4205-A9A1-778E2A058D7AHenry Mayo Hospital employees have made an amazing video to win money for breast cancer research.  Watch the video and vote!


 


Watch and vote herehttp://www.pinkglovedance.com/videos/2013-video-contest/?name=Henry%20Mayo%20Newhall%20Memorial%20Hospital


 


 


 


 


5krun


 


Seema Shah from Hands on SCV joins us to talk about the upcoming 5k/10k run at Magic Mountain


More information at: http://www.handsonscv.org/HOC__cmscontent?CMSId=a0UU0000004YxN6MAK


 


 


 


!cid_F6859218-AE20-49BB-9065-3E50C653DAB3HomeSmart NCG Santa Clarita has now joined forces with WinTrust Mortgage and Mike Bjorkman joins us to tell us what that means to us in the SCV. Mike also helps to get us into the Halloween spirit!


 


More info at: http://santaclaritarealestate.com/search-the-mls.asp



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October 29, 2013

photo 1The wonderful ladies from the Assistance league join us to talk about Sunset at the Vineyard. This is one of Santa Clarita’s best fundraiser events!


 


More information at: http://www.assistanceleaguesantaclarita.org


 


 


 


photo 2Local author Jayne Saporito is with us to talk about her newest book and how Darryl Manzer played a big role in it.


 


Like Jayne’s facebook page at: https://www.facebook.com/jayne.saporito?fref=ts


 


 


 


photo 3Melanie Meyer shares with us what to expect at the upcoming Neil Young tribute.  This is going to be a great night of fun and great music!


 


More information here: https://www.facebook.com/groups/DFSongwriterSalute/


 



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October 24, 2013

photo 1Do your kids complain that there is nothing to do?  They won’t be able to do anymore and Breanne DeMack is here to tell us why.


 


More information on their facebook page: https://www.facebook.com/NeonLotusEntertainment


 


 


 


photo 2Knockxpro is back and more entertaining than ever! They have a great show coming up to raise money for Saugus High School.


 


Visit the website for more information: http://www.knokxpro.com/match-stats/saugushightix


 


 


 


IMG_7354-1Like fresh juices?  California Bakery and Cafe joins us to show you all the amazing made to order custom juices they have to offer. Yum!


 


Visit their facebook page: https://www.facebook.com/CaliforniaBakeryandCafe


 


 


 


photo 3Stay in touch with happening in our real estate market.  Mike Bjorkman joins us to give us up to the minute information.


 


Visit Mike’s website at: http://www.santaclaritarealestate.com/search-the-mls.asp


 



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October 17, 2013

This episode could save the life of someone you know or love… maybe even yourself!


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Dr. Deanna Attai with the Center for Breast Care and Dr. Gregory Senofsky join us to educate us on everything we need to know about breast cancer.


Dr. Attai can be reached at: http://www.drattai.com


 


 


 


 


photo 1Dr. Senofsky can be reached at: 661.255.9287


 


 


 


 


 


 


photo 3Breast cancer survivor Wendy Thrush shares her story with us.


 


 


 


 


 


 


photo 4We finish the show with Ray Tippet from Circle of Hope.  If you live in the SCV and need help, contact Circle of Hope today for your cancer support needs.


Reach them at: http://www.circleofhopeinc.org


 


 


 


Also in this episode:


Follow Dana Cop’s journey through her blog at: http://copcan24.blogspot.com/?spref=fb



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October 22, 2013

photo 1-1Real Life Church will be providing a safe, fun environment for families to gather together and enjoy a unique take on Halloween with their 3rd annual event.  Halloween at the Castle is going to be amazing!


 


Get more info here: http://reallifechurch.org/halloween/


 


 


photo 2-1Dean and Sandra Oshiro join us to tell their story about Dean’s heart attack at a young age.  Prevention is and education is key to saving lives.  Dean and Sandra will be walking in this year’s Heart Walk and would love for you to join them!


 


Join the Heart Walk here: http://heartwalkla.kintera.org/faf/search/searchTeamPart.asp?ievent=1042048&team=5730431


 


 


photo 3-1Hear how a man turned his life around and “cured” his diabetes through nutrition and exercise. His story is so inspiring!


 


 



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October 28, 2013

Hart High School football coach Mike Herrington is in the running to be voted America’s Best High School Football Coach; highlights from week eight of the high school and college football season; and two girls teams were crowned Foothill League champions.



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City to Upgrade Paseo Drive Bridge

citylogo_sealThe City of Santa Clarita will install a new steel truss bridge to replace an older structure over El Paseo Drive between Alberto Court and Baleria Court starting Monday, November 4, 2013. The pedestrian bridge is expected to be closed for about 10 weeks and anticipated to open January 2014.


Construction hours will be Monday through Friday between the hours of 7:00 a.m. and 4:00 p.m., excluding holidays. Residents should expect periodic construction noise and lane closures during construction, and are advised to take alternate routes around Alberto Court and Baleria Court.


The construction project is part of the City’s efforts to upgrade the paseo infrastructure to maintain the area’s high quality bridges and trails. Nearby residents were provided with construction notices with details of the project and contact information. Signage will be posted along the paseos and at the bridge approaches.


For more information about the construction of the new paseo bridge, please contact Engineering Consultant Monica Heredia at (661) 255-4332.



City to Upgrade Paseo Drive Bridge

Bicyclist Dead Following Traffic Fatality on Railroad Avenue in Saugus

[Perry Smith, KHTS] Santa Clarita Valley Sheriff’s Station officials are investigating the scene of a fatal crash that occurred at approximately 7:50 a.m. Wednesday morning, said Sgt. Rich Cohen of the Sheriff Station’s Traffic Unit.


The collision took place at the intersection of Magic Mountain Parkway and Railroad Avenue.


“The bicyclist was heading northbound on Railroad and went against a red light,” Cohen said, adding that this was based on initial witness reports, and that Sheriff’s Station officials were waiting for the Coroner’s Office to arrive on scene.


The bicyclist was declared dead at the scene.


The driver was taken to Henry Mayo Newhall Memorial Hospital to have his blood alcohol level tested, as a precaution, but it’s not suspected to be a factor in the crash, Cohen said.


“It’s not suspected but we have to rule that out,” he said.


Based on the preliminary investigation, it does not appear as though the driver, who was operating a Los Angeles County vehicle, will face charges in the crash.


Santa Clarita Valley Sheriff’s Station officials said the man’s identity was not known at this time because he had a wallet but no identification.


He was described as a young man.


Alex Salazar, 25, who said his Valencia home is right next to the intersection, said he just finished taking his niece to school when he returned and saw the traffic stopped.


“It was weird, you never see this type of thing here,” he said, who described the scene as tragic.



Bicyclist Dead Following Traffic Fatality on Railroad Avenue in Saugus

Bicyclist Dead Following Traffic Fatality on Railroad Avenue in Saugus

Photos: Austin Dave


[Perry Smith, KHTS] Santa Clarita Valley Sheriff’s Station officials are investigating the scene of a fatal crash that occurred at approximately 7:50 a.m. Wednesday morning, said Sgt. Rich Cohen of the Sheriff Station’s Traffic Unit.


The collision took place at the intersection of Magic Mountain Parkway and Railroad Avenue.


“The bicyclist was heading northbound on Railroad and went against a red light,” Cohen said, adding that this was based on initial witness reports, and that Sheriff’s Station officials were waiting for the Coroner’s Office to arrive on scene.


The bicyclist was declared dead at the scene.


The driver was taken to Henry Mayo Newhall Memorial Hospital to have his blood alcohol level tested, as a precaution, but it’s not suspected to be a factor in the crash, Cohen said.


“It’s not suspected but we have to rule that out,” he said.


Based on the preliminary investigation, it does not appear as though the driver, who was operating a Los Angeles County vehicle, will face charges in the crash.


Santa Clarita Valley Sheriff’s Station officials said the man’s identity was not known at this time because he had a wallet but no identification.


He was described as a young man.


Alex Salazar, 25, who said his Valencia home is right next to the intersection, said he just finished taking his niece to school when he returned and saw the traffic stopped.


“It was weird, you never see this type of thing here,” he said, who described the scene as tragic.



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Tuesday, October 29, 2013

Homesteaders of Romero Canyon

Host Philip Scorza interviews Marylynn Butters and Dave Weston about the history of Romero Canyon in Castaic.



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Tuesday, October 29, 2013

In this episode:

On Monday the Santa Clarita Valley Sanitation District governing board adopted a chloride plan that’s expected to gradually increase the fees for ratepayers; This school year, science students at Saugus High School have been conducting experiments with brand new microscopes, thanks to a donation from the WiSH Education Foundation and Jersey Mike’s Subs.


Also:

Along with changing your clocks, officials with the City of Santa Clarita say the end of Daylight Savings is a good time to go over annual emergency preparedness procedures; Public health officials are reminding us its not too late to get your flu shot; An enduring vocal group that has its jazz roots in the 1940s and 50s, is coming to the Santa Clarita Valley on Sunday; local weather.


Sports:

The votes are in and Hart football head coach Mike Herrington finished eighth among eight coaches vying for the distinction of being named Best High School Football Coach in America; Former College of the Canyons defensive lineman Isaac Sopoaga has been traded by the Philadelphia Eagles of the National Football League to the New England Patriots.



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THE FOUR FRESHMEN - A Fresh Perspective on Old School Harmony

FUNDRAISER EVENT for WEST RANCH H.S.


What: The Four Freshmen In Concert

When: Sunday, November 3, 2013 at 4:00 pm

Where: West Ranch High School 26255 West Valencia Blvd.

Stevenson Ranch, CA. 91381


How: (661) 222 1220 TICKETS ON SALE NOW!
www.westranchmusic.com and at various locations throughout town.


THE FOUR FRESHMEN
A Fresh Perspective on Old School Harmony


A vocal harmony like no other, The Four Freshmen have enamored listeners worldwide for 65 years and have gained recognition as one of the most influential vocal groups of all time. They have been inspiration to the likes of The Beach Boys, Kenny Rogers, The Mamas & The Papas, Frankie Valli, Manhattan Transfer, and countless others.


As freshmen in college, four young men crafted a unique style of vocal harmony that soon caught the ear of the great bandleader, Stan Kenton. Kenton was responsible for bringing the Freshmen to Capitol Records where they recorded 23 albums, thrusting them into the national spotlight. In 65 years, The Freshmen have recorded over 50 albums, an overwhelming 70 top selling singles, and have had 6 Grammy Nominations. The four have toured constantly since their inception, continuing to perform for sold out audiences around the globe.


Although the faces have changed through the years, the integrity of the sound created by the original four members has been meticulously maintained by its current lineup; Bob Ferreira, Brian Eichenberger, Curtis Calderon, and Stein Malvey. While continuing the time-honored heritage of the group by performing songs like “Day By Day” and “Blue World”, they have introduced new arrangements on some of their personal favorites such as, “Stardust ”, “Something’s Gotta Give”, “With Plenty Of Money And You”, and “A Nightingale Sang In Berkley Square”, to name a few.


As four amazing musical talents, their show is one not to be missed! Whether accompanied by a big band, symphony, or simply self-contained; their youth, vitality, and talent add an unforgettable twist of elegance to an already unmistakable sound.


The Four Freshmen have just released their newest offering, “Love Songs”. This recording by the Freshmen brings together the beauty of their vocal harmony with songs from iconic songwriters, and is rounded out by lush strings and a top notch rhythm section.



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Don't Even Think About It Part 1

Mark Chapter 13

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Don’t Even Think About It Part 1


Santa Clarita Baptist Church

Pastor Scott Basolo

27249 Luther Drive

Canyon Country, CA 91351

(661) 252-2282


 


Date Taped: 11-11-12

Date Aired: 10-27-13



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Herrington Finishes 8th in National Voting

Mike Herrington is in his 25th year as the head coach of the Hart Indians.

Mike Herrington is in his 25th year as the head coach of the Hart Indians.


The votes are in and Hart football head coach Mike Herrington finished eighth among eight coaches vying for the distinction of being named Best High School Football Coach in America.


The winner was Philip Haywood from Belfry High School in Belfry, Kentucky, with 1,529,789 votes.


Herrington had 35,763 votes cast for him, a far cry from the 180,332 votes he received when he was named the Best High School Football Coach in the Western United States last week.


The contest was put on by USA Today as part of their “best of” campaign. Hart High School will receive a banner from USA Today in recognition of Coach Herrington’s accomplishment.


 


1. Philip Haywood, Belfry HS, Belfry, KY


1,529,789 Votes


2. Kevin Lynott, Middletown HS, Middletown, MD


1,311,825


3. Jim Hoover, Walton HS, Walton, NY


137,117


4. Jim Hightower, St. Thomas More HS, Lafayette, LA


103,609


5. Rick Jones, Greenwood HS, Greenwood, AR


68,067


6. Marcus Boyles, Petal HS, Petal, MS


64,605


7. Jeff Van Leur, Bridgewater Emery Ethan, Emery, SD


42,168


8. Mike Herrington, Hart HS, Newhall, CA


35,763



Herrington Finishes 8th in National Voting

Good Morning SCV

This morning’s sunrise from the Henry Mayo Newhall Memorial Hospital Parking Garage.



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SCV Today, October 29

photo 1The wonderful ladies from the Assistance league join us to talk about Sunset at the Vineyard. This is one of Santa Clarita’s best fundraiser events!


 


More information at: http://www.assistanceleaguesantaclarita.org


 


 


 


photo 2Local author Jayne Saporito is with us to talk about her newest book and how Darryl Manzer played a big role in it.


 


Like Jayne’s facebook page at: https://www.facebook.com/jayne.saporito?fref=ts


 


 


 


photo 3Melanie Meyer shares with us what to expect at the upcoming Neil Young tribute.  This is going to be a great night of fun and great music!


 


More information here: https://www.facebook.com/groups/DFSongwriterSalute/


 



SCV Today, October 29

Monday, October 28, 2013

Voter Approved Bond Funds Cutting Edge Classrooms in the Sulphur Springs School District

All 240 classrooms in the Sulphur Springs School District are now equipped with cutting edge technology.  The upgrades were funded through Measure CK, a $72 million bond measure approved by voters in 2011.



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Monday, October 28, 2013

In this episode:

A Valencia man who was a deputy for the Palmdale Sheriff’s Station received probation Monday after pleading no contest to an accusation that he beat an inmate in his custody; Real Life Church’s Halloween at the Castle took families on a trip back in time to an era of jousting, medieval castles, archery, and more; Hundreds took to the streets near Bridgeport Park during the The Leukemia & Lymphoma Society’s Light the Night walk.


Also:

Changes are coming to the Santa Clarita Community College District’s conflict of interest codes.


Sports:

High School Football highlights.


Finally:

Santa Clarita’s local, family-owned pumpkin patch, Lombardi Ranch is holding their Fall Festival for just a couple more days.



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Hart's Herrington Up For Best Coach in the Nation

Mike Herrington is in his 25th year as the head coach of the Hart Indians.

Mike Herrington is in his 25th year as the head coach of the Hart Indians.


Hart High School Coach Mike Herrington is one of eight national finalists for the first-ever, USA Today Best Coach in the Nation contest. The national round ends at 9 am PDT on October 29, 2013 and the coach with the most fan votes will be crowned Best Coach in the Nation. Voting takes place on USA Today High School Sports website: http://contest.usatodayhss.com/vote/bestcoach2013/final?votedfor=F. The top five finalists win a cash prize for their athletic department, with first place receiving $2,000, and all eight finalists receive a banner for their school.


Hart High School is part of the high-performing 23,000-student Wm. S. Hart Union High School District located in the Santa Clarita Valley.


Herrington, was elected by fans to represent California in the state round, after being selected as one of eight nominees from USA Today. Herrington received more than 180,000 votes in the regional round (Region 8), which ended last week.


About Coach Mike Herrington

Herrington, from Newhall, won six California Interscholastic Federation (CIF) Southern Section Championships and posted a 248-69-1 record, in 25 years of coaching. Under Herrington’s leadership, the Hart High Indians are 7-0 this season and continues in the No. 1 position in the CIF-Southern Section Northern Division as all schools are now into league play. Herrington comes from a family of coaching brothers.


Herrington, a Hart High graduate, began teaching at Hart in 1989 and is now in his 23rd year as head football coach at Hart. In 23 seasons under Herrington, the Indians have compiled 15 Foothill League Championships (1989, 1991-03, 2007), six CIF Championships (1995, 1998, 1999, 2000, 2001 & 2003), and were CIF Finalists in 1994, 2002, 2005 and 2007. Coach Herrington began his coaching career at Hart High School in 1980 and was an assistant coach until 1987. During those eight seasons, he was involved in five league championships and two CIF Championships (1983, 1986). He attended and played offensive line for two seasons at College of the Canyons and two seasons at Cal State Northridge. Coach Herrington teaches Physical Education at Hart and is also the Athletic Director.


“I have worked with Coach Herrington since 1998. He is an outstanding coach, but more importantly, he is an outstanding person,” Dr. Collyn Nielsen, Hart principal, said. “Recently, I was approached by a parent whose student had graduated more than a decade ago. He told me that Coach Herrington not only taught his son how to be a good football player, but how to be a good man. That is characteristic of the feelings and respect the Hart community has for Mike. Because of his impact on and off the field, Mike Herrington is very deserving of this recognition by USA Today.”


About Best Coach in the Nation Poll

Based on conversations with local media organizations, USA Today compiled eight nominees in each state and Washington D.C. for its first Best Coach in the Nation poll. Fans votes narrowed the initial list of 408 coaches to one representative from each state for the regional round. The winners of the eight regional polls represent the remaining national finalists.

The finalists also include: Jim Hightower of St. Thomas More High School in Lafayette LA; Rick Jones of Greenwood High School, Greenwood, AR; Jim Hoover of Walton High School, Walton, NY; Kevin Lynott of Middletown High School, Middletown, MD; Marcus Boyles of Petal High School, Petal, MS, and Jeff Van Leur of Bridgewater Emery Ethan High School, Emery SD.



Hart's Herrington Up For Best Coach in the Nation

The Four Freshman Performing at West Ranch High School Sunday

fourfreshmanThe Four Freshmen, an enduring vocal group that has its jazz roots in the 1940s and 50s, is coming to the Santa Clarita Valley on Sunday, Nov. 3 at 4 p.m.


The community is invited to the auditorium at West Ranch High School for a one-night-only concert for all ages.


Many musicians and performers have participated in The Four Freshmen throughout its more than 50-year history, including Hal Kratzsch and Bob Flanigan.


Attendees at Sunday’s concert will hear Brian Eichenberger on bass, Stein Malvey on guitar, Curtis Calderon on trumpet and Bob Ferreira on drums. Most of them have been with the group for more than 10 years, some much longer.


Tickets for this event are $25 for general admission, $30 for premium seating and $20 for students, seniors and active military or veterans.


Tickets can be purchased at a number of locations across the SCV:


  • Nick Rail Music on McBean Parkway

  • Philip Ross, CPA on Avenue Tibbitts

  • Juice It Up on Newhall Ranch Road

  • Final Score on Lyons Avenue

  • Robeks on The Old Road

Attendees can also purchase tickets at the door on the day of the concert for an additional $5.


For more information about The Four Freshmen, click here. Learn more about Sunday’s concert, here.


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The Four Freshman Performing at West Ranch High School Sunday

John Lite, State Farm Insurance

Episode 77a | October 3, 2013


 




Fred Arnold    Fred Arnold is an industry leader and seasoned veteran in the areas of mortgage lending and public speaking. Fred began his career in 1991 after graduating from California State University Northridge. Fred is a mortgage professional with American Family Funding and his business is 100% referral based and he has helped his clients obtain over a billion dollars in mortgage loans over the past two decades. His belief is that if you help enough people get what they want out of life, then you will always achieve your goals and dreams.

Fred often speaks to business and consumer groups on the economy, the state of the housing market and how to get the best investment when buying real estate. Fred hosts a TV show, “Out of the Rough,” on SCVTV and hosts the radio show, “The Santa Clarita Business Hour,” on KHTS AM-1220. Fred was recognized as one of the Top 40 Business People under 40 in Southern California by the San Fernando Business Journal.

Fred currently serves on the Board of Directors for The National Association of Mortgage Brokers and the SCV Chamber of Commerce and previously served on the Board of Directors for Matadors Community Credit Union and was the President for the California Association of Mortgage Professionals (2008-2009). Fred is licensed by the California Department of Real Estate (01173600) and the NMLS (214841).


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Light the Night Walk

With an abundance of community spirit and a loved one in mind, hundreds took to the streets near Bridgeport Park to fight cancer during Saturday night’s Light the Night walk.



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Canyon vs. West Ranch

The Canyon Cowboys took on the Valencia Vikings at Valencia High School on Oct. 25, 2013.



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Teach Your Children Well | Commentary by Joe Messina

joemessinamugFrom a young age and over the years, I have heard people say, “Teach your children well. You don’t want to raise little monsters, do you?”


These and other comments were about molding and shaping children at an early age. The Bible says, “Train up a child in the way he should go and when he is old, he will not depart from it.” I guess it’s all about training our children, right? Right.


In Germany, Hitler knew this to be paramount to his success in being the supreme ruler, dictator, and Grand Poobah – so much so that he dictated what would be taught in every school and changed the curriculum to reflect the superiority of the Arian race and people.


At age 10 they were grouped by age and taught “German patriotism.” No big deal, right? They were molded and shaped until 18 and then inducted into the German Army. After age 10 they were not allowed to engage in any outside activities aside from their “group.” They were taught good work habits and ethics, and the learning day had much to do with the great Leader known as Hitler and the Nazi party (socialist).


These kids became so loyal to Hitler and the party that they would turn in their own parents for any anti Hitler or anti-party comments. Party indoctrination was so deep that when Hitler declared the Jews were the cause of the German woes, it was not hard to get the Hitler Youth to turn on them. You don’t kill that many people, the way they were killed, without brainwashing the youth. They grew into soldiers who carried out the party’s orders without question because they trusted their leader.


Now, let’s look at today. We have education being more and more dictated by liberal America. Many elementary and high school texts have rewritten history to twist the things we hold sacred into something wrong and inhumane.


Recently an elementary school district taught and tested the kids on the evil conqueror, Christopher Columbus, and the millions of Indians (yes, millions) whom Columbus and his people slaughtered. If that’s true, why do we “celebrate” Thanksgiving? (That’s just wrong on so many levels.) The curriculum went on to ask the kids what questions they would ask him at his trial.


Textbooks are being changed to downplay the Judeo-Christian influence on the nation’s history. Some history books emphasize that our forefathers came here to get away from religion, rather than the actual fact that they came here to practice their own religion and worship God the way they chose.


I guess, based on these new history books, the Pilgrims must have been confused, because they had the first Thanksgiving to offer thanks to the Almighty (not mother earth) for all He had given them.


Jefferson must also have been confused because he used the congressional meeting house to have Sunday service, government-paid and -maintained, with the Marine Band playing hymns in the government building.


Now, our elementary school kids are learning how bad these men were because they owned slaves.


They had their faults, and it’s appropriate to teach about the wrongs of slavery, but not to the exclusion of the rest of the story. How about teaching our kids about the selfless dedication they had to the freedom of the American people and that what they sacrificed was much more than a new iPod or Sunday football game?


Then there are our institutions of higher learning that seem to teach more about sexual pleasure and how to get as much from the government as possible than they teach about, science, math and technology, as evidenced by our drop in world standing in these areas.


Numerous college campuses now have “Sex Week.” Many liberals justify this by saying it’s just “part of the college experience” and it helps the kids to blow off a little steam.


I highly doubt that Albert Einstein, Marie Curie or Jonas Salk would attribute their genius to their pursuit of sex and sexual knowledge in college. More and more colleges have what boils down to “how to have better sex” classes, complete with visual aids, presentations, and nothing left to the imagination. One college provides an introductory comic book to incoming freshmen to help them exploring their “erotic self” and even their “homosexual self.” Really? What if I have no homosexual self or can’t find it? Do I fail?


Politically, students on campuses are being encouraged to embrace communism and socialism and shun conservative values, speakers and teachers.


We are becoming the laughing stock of the world, with our failed economic policies, our mismanaged healthcare law and rollout, and our failing school systems.


Hitler’s lesson was on target. If you get the youth, you have the country. In other words, he trained the youth in the way he wanted them to go and eventually had total control.


Today the progressive left is training up the youth in the way they want to see this country grow, and they’ve been doing so for many years. Take a look around at what’s happening in our country.


We are seeing the fruits of their efforts now. And we are in a heap of hurt as a nation and a people.


 


Joe Messina is host of The Real Side (TheRealSide.com), a nationally syndicated talk show that runs on AM-1220 KHTS radio and SCVTV [here]. He is also the current president of the Hart School Board. His commentary publishes Mondays.


 


 



Teach Your Children Well | Commentary by Joe Messina

Today in SCV History (Oct. 28)

1978 – “Kiss Meets the Phantom of the Park,” filmed at Magic Mountain, premieres as NBC Movie of the Week [story]



Today in SCV History (Oct. 28)

Sunday, October 27, 2013

Halloween Already? | Commentary by Jennifer Fischer

JenniferFischerSomehow, although I felt October just began, Halloween is just around the corner, which means so is November and before you know it, Thanksgiving.


I’m starting to understand how to relate to something I heard before I had kids, but didn’t quite get, which was the idea that time seemed to move faster after you had kids – that “Wow, they’re already 18” kind of thing.


Mine are nowhere near 18, but November does mean my oldest son will officially be one year older, and lately, at nearly 4 and with his first haircut, it seems he is suddenly such a boy – such a person in his own right, and so distant and far from the baby I held in my arms not that long ago, or the toddler who struggled to express his thoughts and feelings to the world.


Now, those feelings are expressed clearly and firmly. He has clear interests and preferences. He’s beginning to recognize words and is eager to spell and understand the world around him in a whole new way.


Is it really Halloween already? Will my baby boy really be 4 in just a couple of weeks? Will Thanksgiving be right around the corner and then Christmas and, boom, another year will be gone? Yes, yes and yes.


With those thoughts, I remind myself to slow down, take stock, enjoy the moments. I’m reminding myself to savor those 3-year-old moments, even the meltdowns. I’m reminding myself to enjoy and appreciate the time I have at home with him and his little brother – even on the days when it’s challenging, and the days feel too long and I am too tired; for these moments are fleeting. Time keeps marching on. Days keep going by on the calendar, and Halloween is nearly here.


Not that long ago, on Halloween, I remember feeling ready to have my first child – ready to be done with pregnancy and meet this little person whom I already felt I knew after 39 weeks. Just one short (no – very long) week later, I would. The birth would be different than I had hoped or expected; it would be scary and challenging; but in the end, all was fine.


I found myself holding, kissing, nursing a healthy baby boy – a baby boy who now knows Halloween is coming, but also knows his birthday is coming. In fact, he will be say it is not just Halloween, it is his Halloween, because it is followed by his birthday. Let the celebrations begin.


To learn more about what I’ve been up to with my boys, pop over to The Good Long Road on Facebook. Better yet, share your favorite birthday tradition. We’ve got some preparing to do.


 


Jennifer Fischer is co-founder of the SCV Film Festival, a mom of two, an independent filmmaker and owner of Think Ten Media Group, whose Generation Arts division offers programs for SCV youth. She writes about her parenting journey on her blog, The Good Long Road. Her commentary is published Saturdays on SCVNews.com.


 



Halloween Already? | Commentary by Jennifer Fischer

Common Mistakes Employers Make | Commentary by Carl Kanowsky Esq.

Carl Kanowsky, Esq.

Carl Kanowsky, Esq.


With all of the press and publicity over sensational cases like Rep. Anthony Weiner (unfortunate last name, that) and Wal-Mart, you’d think employers across the United States would have learned from the boneheaded mistakes of their predecessors.


To be honest, there has been some progress. You don’t see want ads like these anymore: “Sales agency looking for energetic, young men” or “Busy executive seeks attractive ‘Girl Friday.’” (I’ll bet he does.)


But let me tell you about some of the cases that have come in my door, to demonstrate that the plaintiff’s employment bar is in no danger of going away.


First case. Weiner is not alone.


In one case, the president of a company, vigorously seeking publicity and associating with some famous people, actually texted a young, attractive female employee demanding she go out with him.


When this didn’t work, he explained how just having her near him was resulting in the need for cold showers.


Finally, obviously frustrated but believing that he had something to offer the young lady, he texted a photo of himself.


He’s in no danger of being snatched away by Chippendale’s. But what was he thinking – that young women crave unsolicited pictures of naked men?


Here’s a disheartening reality for him. Cell phone companies keep records of text messages for up to five years.


Staying on the sex theme, the next case is another example where people don’t comprehend that when you send an email, it becomes a permanent record.


The employer, a divorced male, has a number of women under 30 working for him. He overhears them talking about their love lives. He’s brought into the conversation (first mistake).


One of the women says she’s heard the man has a collection of raunchy jokes, and she’d like to see them. So, what does this mental giant do? Does he say to her: “Sorry for intruding into your personal life. Let’s keep that separate from your work life?”


No, of course not. Instead, he sends her emails with transcripts of jokes. Then, to add to the enjoyment, he attaches some extra-special pictures.


Result? Lawsuit. Whether he wins or loses, if he had not sent the emails to begin with, there would be nothing to litigate. Instead, his young female employee handed him some rope, and he fashioned it into a noose and put it around his neck.


Guys, when will you remember Harry Belafonte’s advice: “Man smart, Woman smarter?”


Another employer has a number of clerical employees. There’s no way you could classify them as exempt from overtime. They are not professionals, executives or administrators.


But he doesn’t want to be bothered with keeping track of their hours or worrying about paying overtime. His solution was to pay them a salary.


In all fairness, he was trying to do the right thing. He took their hourly rate (of, say, $10 per hour), multiplied by 48, and paid that ($480) as the salary, believing he should get credit for any future overtime hours.


“If they’re salaried, then I don’t have to worry about overtime, right?” Wrong. Paying someone a salary does not exempt them from overtime.


Compounding the problem, the employer thought if he had to pay overtime, it would be at the rate of 1.5 times the hourly rate he used to calculate a new weekly salary.


Again, wrong. “For the purpose of computing the overtime rate of compensation required to be paid to a nonexempt, full-time salaried employee, the employee’s regular hourly rate shall be one-40th of the employee’s weekly salary.”


That’s from Labor Code section 515. So, the overtime rate was actually $18 per hour.


Here how it works. Take the $480 paid, divide by 40 and you get $12. Multiply that by 1.5 and you get $18.


When a disgruntled employee left, the employer not only had to pay overtime, but also had to pay it at a much higher rate than he expected.


There are numerous other examples of employers (whom I often represent) not learning from the mistakes of others.


If you have any employees, you need to do a thorough examination of how you’re operating. And you will need to hire some expert help.


Yes, it’s an extra expense, but treating the problem now is a lot cheaper than solving it after a lawsuit has been filed.


 


Carl Kanowsky of Kanowsky & Associates is an attorney in the Santa Clarita Valley. He may be reached by email at cjk@kanowskylaw.com. Nothing contained herein shall be or is intended to be construed as providing legal advice.


 



Common Mistakes Employers Make | Commentary by Carl Kanowsky Esq.

Life on the Road | Commentary by Darryl Manzer

Darryl Manzer

Darryl Manzer


I live in a campground, but you can’t call what I live in “camping.” Sure, I don’t have a bathtub, but I have everything else. Full kitchen including a microwave and convection oven, a bathroom with a large shower, and lots of storage space and a bedroom with a queen size bed, dual zone air conditioning, and heat pumps or forced air gas for heating.


The refrigerator is a double-wide with freezers and ice maker. The water heater is fast recovery, so I can take a long shower and not get cold. I enjoy a pretty good entertainment system including satellite radio and TV. I can play DVDs, CDs, MP3 stuff and even some old records.


Yep … I live a camping life. Oh, I’ve got a living room outside where I can cook and have friends over to visit. It is really roughing it. In case of hot sun or rain, the awning comes out and provides shelter.


If I don’t like my neighbors, I can wait for them to move or I can move. Takes about 30 minutes to prepare this place to get underway. Ah, life on the road.


I spend a lot of time on the Internet. Facebook is always a stop. Just the other day I was texting with an old high school friend (Hart High, the only real school in the SCV), and she asked what I like to write about. Seeing as I didn’t have yard work to do and the dishes had been washed, I dashed off a rather flippant answer. But she wanted to know my favorite subjects.


So here is my list of my favorite subjects to write about. I’m just going to name 10 because it is really endless.


1. Mentryville and the SCV – including downtown Newhall, of course.


2. Submarines.


3. Sex.


4. Animals and other critters including Sasquatch.


5. Warm tropical islands with long, sandy beaches.


6. Traveling by RV or anything else such as cruise ships.


7. History of any kind and place. Some of it even true.


8. Friends.


9. Politics and politicians.


10. Grandkids. I have four. Want to see pictures?


There you have it. My list. For today. Yes, today only, at one low price. She dared me to post my list, so here it is.


To think, some people have eaten off of the tables where Darryl slept as a kid in the 1960s. Makes you shudder.

To think, some people have eaten off of the tables in Johnson Park where Darryl slept as a kid in the 1960s. Makes you shudder.


I’d really love to park my RV for a day or two in Mentryville and listen to the sounds of the night up there. Maybe they would let me take it up to Johnson Park. What a neat thought. I’ve camped there before. Air mattress on a table in a sleeping bag (in case low-crawling critters wanted to visit). It was quiet. Dark and a little bit spooky. I was alone, except for my horse.


The sounds of that night were those of something walking slowly over the fallen and dried oak leaves. Something slowly padding toward me. And then it ran away. It sounded big. I finally drifted off to sleep thinking it was a mountain lion. I saw the tracks in the morning. So happy I didn’t investigate the noise. Can we all say, “skunk?”


That wasn’t really camping, either. I could have packed up and headed back to the house anytime.


Once in a while, I think of the original American RV lifestyle. Those hardy pioneers in Conestoga wagons filled with all they owned, heading West to that land of promise, California. Most days they made 15 to 20 miles. Those were good days. They, too, got to sit outside with friends and talk into the night. They had breakdowns and hardships I can only imagine. They had to depend on the wind to blow, to cool them at night. It was rough.


This past summer I went east. Three of the grandkids stayed almost a week with me in my big wagon. A little crowded but it was fun. Nothing at all like those old Conestoga wagons. My grandson, Nolan, asked me what that was like in those old wagons. I told him it was so long ago I couldn’t remember. He looked at me and said, “That happens when you get so old like you, grandpa.” Had it not been for the impish grin that followed, I would have done something rash, if I could have caught him. He runs a lot faster.


I didn’t get to all my favorite subjects in today’s entry. There was nothing said about sex or submarines. I also left out politicians. Don’t want that in this column with my grandkids. This is a family article. Got to work on the long, white, sandy beaches on a tropical island … with Sasquatch. That isn’t going to be easy. Sasquatch likes privacy. I’ll ask him if it is OK first.


 


Darryl Manzer grew up in the Pico Canyon oil town of Mentryville in the 1960s and attended Hart High School. After a career in the U.S. Navy he returned to live in the Santa Clarita Valley. He can be reached at dmanzer@scvhistory.com and his commentaries, published on Tuesdays and Sundays, are archived at DManzer.com. Watch his walking tour of Mentryville [here].


 


 



Life on the Road | Commentary by Darryl Manzer

Saturday, October 26, 2013

Jourdan Nguyen

This week’s Player of the Game, Valencia’s Jourdan Nguyen,  recalls key points during the Vikings’ game against the Canyon Cowboys. SCVTV’s Luke Distad conducts the interview.



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Toms Warehouse Sale in Valencia

A Toms Warehouse Sale was hosted in Valencia on Friday.



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Friday, October 25, 2013

Pregame: Canyon vs. Valencia

Co-hosts Dave Caldwell and former Canyon Cowboys Head Coach Chris Varner take a look at the Canyon Cowboys and the Valencia Vikings before kick off. Broadcast begins at 11:00 pm.



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Coach Muir's Message

Valencia Vikings Head Coach Larry Muir delivered a strong message to his team: ”They will give you nothing. You have to take it.”



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Friday, October 25, 2013

In this episode:

A Los Angeles Superior Court judge is moving forward with plans to stop a city council election in Palmdale; A Canyon Country man who’s been called the backyard butcher has been sentenced for his second animal cruelty charge.


Also:

Dave Caldwell previews tonight’s High School Football game of the week; Weekend event line-up; local weather.


Finally:

Students at Leona Cox community school got to show off their Halloween costumes a few days early this year.



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First Flu Death of the Season Reported in L.A. County

lacopublichealthThe first confirmed influenza death in Los Angeles County for the 2013-2014 flu season has been reported.   The decedent was a woman with underlying medical conditions who resided in the San Fernando Valley. The particular strain of influenza was identified as type B.


“The Department of Public Health encourages everyone 6 months of age and older to get their flu vaccination now,” said Dr. Jonathan E. Fielding, MD, MPH, Director of Public Health and Health Officer. “We cannot predict how severe or how mild this flu season will be but the earlier you get your seasonal flu vaccine; either through the influenza shot or nasal spray, the sooner you will be protected from the flu. The nasal spray flu vaccine is approved for use in healthy people ages two through 49 who are not pregnant. Practice basic hygiene, too, such as hand washing, to prevent the spread of influenza and other respiratory diseases.”


Recent surveillance in Los Angeles County shows that both the A and B influenza strains are circulating sporadically. Because immunity from flu vaccination declines over time and the strain of the flu virus changes from year to year, it is important to get vaccinated annually.


“We are starting to see the start of the flu season, so now is the time to get vaccinated,” said Dr. Fielding. “The flu can affect each person differently. Most individuals who get sick are able to treat themselves at home with over-the-counter medications, drinking plenty of fluids, resting and staying home from work or school. It is recommended that you stay home for at least 24 hours after your fever is gone, except to seek out medical care or other necessities. Even healthy people can get very sick from the flu and spread it to others.”


Residents are encouraged to contact their regular doctor or health plan for information on where and when they can get a flu vaccine. Many local community clinics and pharmacies are offering seasonal flu vaccine for a low fee. The Los Angeles County Department of Public Health is offering free flu vaccinations at special community outreach events.


To find locations where flu vaccinations are currently available visit http://www.ph.lacounty.gov/ip/flu/FluLocatorMain.htm or call the LA County Information Line at

2-1-1 from any landline or cell phone in the county.


Influenza vaccine is recommended for everyone (except infants under six months of age). It is especially important that certain groups be vaccinated because they are either at greater risk of developing complications from the flu or because they live with or care for others who are at greater risk of developing complications. These groups are:

·         Pregnant women

·         Children younger than five years of age

·         Adults 50 years of age and older

·         Anyone who is immunocompromised due to disease or medication

·         People of any age with chronic medical conditions such as heart disease, diabetes, or who are overweight or obese

·         People with chronic medical conditions affecting the nervous system such as multiple sclerosis, seizure disorders, or who are paralyzed

·         People who work or live in nursing homes or long-term care facilities as well as health care and day care workers

·         Healthcare personnel working in acute care hospitals, longterm care facilities, and intermediate care facilities in Los Angeles County per the Health  Officer Order on October 2, 2013.


Flu is extremely contagious. Everyone is urged to practice basic hygiene to help reduce the chances of catching either the flu or other illnesses. These healthy habits include:

·         Washing your hands frequently, especially after using the restroom and before and after eating

·         Covering your nose and mouth with a tissue or your sleeve when you cough or sneeze

·         Not touching your nose, mouth, or eyes to prevent the spread of germs

·         Staying home from work or school when sick


Resources

·         Information about influenza and flu vaccinations can be found at www.flu.gov

·         Spanish-language information about influenza and flu vaccinations can be found here.

·         LA County flu vaccination location finder www.publichealth.lacounty.gov/ip/flu/FluLocatorMain.htm

The Department of Public Health is committed to protecting and improving the health of the nearly 10 million residents of Los Angeles County. Through a variety of programs, community partnerships and services, Public Health oversees environmental health, disease control, and community and family health. Public Health comprises nearly 4,000 employees and has an annual budget exceeding $750 million. To learn more about Public Health and the work we do please visit http://www.publichealth.lacounty.gov, visit our YouTube channel at http://www.youtube.com/lapublichealth, find us on Facebook at http://www.facebook.com/lapublichealth, or follow us on Twitter: @LAPublicHealth.



First Flu Death of the Season Reported in L.A. County

Jourdan Nguyen, Valencia High School

This week’s Student Athlete of the Week, presented by SCVTV & Wendy’s of Santa Clarita, is Jourdan Nguyen of Valencia High School.



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Thursday, October 24, 2013

Wendy's-SCVTV Student Athlete of the Week: Jourdan Nguyen, Valencia

This week’s SCVTV and Wendy’s of Santa Clarita Student Athlete of the Week is Jourdan Nguyen from Valencia football. Jourdan has a 3.5 GPA with plans to take the SAT later this fall. He is considered one of the best lineman in the league, but he knows that alone will not get him to college.


“That’s kind of like what I’ve needed to fall back on,” Jourdan said. “I’ve never been big. I’ve never tried to rely on football as a way to try to get to college. I’ve always needed the grades to push me there.”


Admitting that football is the love of his life and he would want a career in that, Jourdan also has interests away from the field that might turn into a career.


“I really want to be somewhere in the business field or a science field,” he said. “Those are two of the things I love doing.”


When it comes to college choices, Jourdan doesn’t have anything definitive. He wants to stay close to home, but still feel like he’s away.


“I’ve actually really liked UNLV,” Jourdan said. “I’ve gone to Las Vegas since I was little and we go there every six months. So that’s kind of like a second home to me. I’ve also liked Arizona (the University of Arizona and Arizona State). I visited all the campuses and they caught my attention.”


This big tough lineman has a soft spot for the person at home who has always motivated him to do well in school.


“My mom,” he said. “She’s always been an inspiration and one of my main heroes. She just works so hard to help out with anything and throughout her high school years she always tried so hard and to get to where she is at she needed those grades and the success in school. That’s always been my motivation.”


Jourdan has a very specific message for youngsters as they enter high school.


“Don’t take it for granted,” Jourdan said. “When you go into high school you think it could be fun because it’s high school. I don’t need to worry about grades because I can worry about that later in life. But high school is the foundation. We need high school to prepare us for the future. So getting good grades will help us to be successful in the future.”


Congratulations to Jourdan Nguyen of Valencia High School, the SCVTV and Wendy’s of Santa Clarita Student Athlete of the Week.



Wendy's-SCVTV Student Athlete of the Week: Jourdan Nguyen, Valencia

Thursday, October 24, 2013

In this episode:

A push by Santa Clarita Valley schools to get kids moving is paying off; A Valencia teen who was arrested for felony vandalism more than a week ago will be back in court Nov. 6.


Also:

The American Heart Association Heart and Stroke Walk on Oct. 26 is more than just raising money for an organization, it helps people in our valley, where heart problems have hit close to home; local weather.


Sports:

Foothill League championships were won Wednesday by two different schools in two different sports.



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AOC Students Bring Daniel Pearl Concert to SCV

danielpearl Academy of the Canyons senior Kelsey Taylor and her brother Jeffrey, an AOC sophomore, are involved in bringing a Daniel Pearl World Music Days concert to Santa Clarita on Sunday, Oct. 27, 2013 at 3 pm at the Valencia United Methodist Church. Kelsey and Jeffrey and other local teenagers will perform in this “Harmony for Humanity” concert showcasing some of SCV’s most talented youth. The concert is free to the public and also includes other Los Angeles-based musicians.


There have been some 10,000 performances in more than 129 countries to celebrate music for Daniel Pearl Music Days since 2002. This international network of concerts is not a fundraiser, but rather an awareness raising program, celebrating the power of music and reaffirming the commitment to tolerance and humanity. The concerts are designed to raise awareness of cultural, ethnic and religious differences and that even with these differences people can choose harmony.


The AOC Associated Student Body (ASB), plus parents and staff are involved in various aspects of producing this concert, following the lead of Kelsey and Jeffrey. When Kelsey was 12 she volunteered to work at a Daniel Pearl World Music Days Concert in Santa Monica. Up until this point she had never heard about Daniel Pearl and the tragic ending to his life. Pearl, a Wall Street Journal reporter, was brutally murdered in Pakistan while on assignment in 2002. After attending the concert she was so moved that she asked her piano teacher, Suzy Hanna, if it would be possible for her to host a concert for Daniel Pearl in the Santa Clarita Valley. Hanna said, “Of course,” according to Belinda Taylor, Kelsey’s mother. They immediately started making plans and made Kelsey’s dream a reality.


This will be the 4th year of this concert in the SCV and Pearl’s parents, Dr. and Mrs. Judea Pearl, make it a point to attend as they are deeply moved that a Christian Church has opened its doors to honor the legacy of a Jewish man whose hopes and dreams were to promote peace cross-culturally.


Valencia United Methodist Church is located at 25718 McBean Pkwy. Valencia, CA 91355.

For more information call 661.297.1311 or visit: www.danielpearlmusicdays.org.


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AOC Students Bring Daniel Pearl Concert to SCV

October 22, 2013


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Golden Valley League Champs in Girls Golf

photo (22)Behind sophomore Elisa Pierre’s Newhall Cup championship and league MVP honors, the Golden Valley Grizzlies won their first Foothill League championship Wednesday at TPC Valencia.


Golden Valley’s team of Pierre, Justine Reblando, Illeana Dullas, Gabby Mendoza and Camille Mendoza combined to shoot a 226 on the front nine to give the Grizzlies a 4-shot advantage over two-tine defending league champion West Ranch.  The season-long total margin of 18 strokes gave the league championship to Golden Valley.


West Ranch took the Newhall Cup team title for the 27-hole event, edging Golden Valley by seven strokes.  Hart finished third followed by Valencia, Saugus and Canyon.


For individual New hall Cup honors, Pierre finished tied with West Ranch freshman Ashley Mayhall at 118 over the 27 holes.  Pierre won the championship when she tapped in a 5-foot birdie putt on the second playoff hole.


Pierre won the league MVP race by six strokes over Mayhall.  Hart’s Katie Corr finished third followed by Valencia’s Eunice Song and West Ranch’s Kate Caffrey.


“The league championship was our goal at the beginning of the season,” said Golden Valley head coach Tony Moskal.  ”I told them we had an opportunity to win and we did.  There was a bump along the way (week 5), but every single girl did a great job bouncing back to finish what we set out to do.”


 



Golden Valley League Champs in Girls Golf

SCV Today, October 24

photo 1Do your kids complain that there is nothing to do?  They won’t be able to do anymore and Breanne DeMack is here to tell us why.


 


More information on their facebook page: https://www.facebook.com/NeonLotusEntertainment


 


 


 


photo 2Knockxpro is back and more entertaining than ever! They have a great show coming up to raise money for Saugus High School.


 


Visit the website for more information: http://www.knokxpro.com/match-stats/saugushightix


 


 


 


IMG_7354-1Like fresh juices?  California Bakery and Cafe joins us to show you all the amazing made to order custom juices they have to offer. Yum!


 


Visit their facebook page: https://www.facebook.com/CaliforniaBakeryandCafe


 


 


 


photo 3Stay in touch with happening in our real estate market.  Mike Bjorkman joins us to give us up to the minute information.


 


Visit Mike’s website at: http://www.santaclaritarealestate.com/search-the-mls.asp


 



SCV Today, October 24

Helping the Birds | Commentary by Evelyne Vandersande

evelynevandersande_mugFall has started. I know it is hard to notice in Southern California, but even if the days are still warm, you might have to put a blanket on your bed because the nights are much colder.


It’s time to get back in the habit of refilling your bird feeders with seeds. In the summertime, the food supply is plentiful, but the cold weather is just around the corner.


These early fall weeks are when you can observe migratory birds in your backyard, birds you might catch on their way down south where they will spend the winter. They are glad to have some extra food to fuel their migration.


Remember that if we have frost in Santa Clarita valley, it is often during the weeks around Christmas, not in January or February when hopefully we will get some rain – and again, with cold weather the birds welcome extra energy they can get without too much effort. Then as spring comes, you can enjoy unusual visitors only for a short period at the end of April and May, as those same birds you saw in the fall make their way back north. Remember, any time of the year, if there is food, water and shelter, they will come.


white-crowned_sparrow_bathing-55135525So as the weather cools down, wash your bird feeder, fill it up and keep watching. If you have many squirrels, carefully choose both your feeder and the location you will place it. Sometimes, having it on top of a post is the only answer. If you cannot find something in your local stores to foil those squirrels, there are many sites on the internet that address the “squirrel problem.”


In our warm climate, I have found that having a bird bath is a delightful way to attract birds to my backyard and to have many interesting visitors.


I was really excited to see a gorgeous red bird in my bird bath recently. It was my first summer tanager, a sight I won’t soon forget. If you know the red cardinal that you see on many Christmas cards, imagine the same vivid red – that is something you notice!


Birds bathe with such happiness and delight, it is a joy to see. What fun to watch 15 cedar waxwings piling up like crazy in the bird bath and sounding like school children. Or a hawk, checking over its shoulder all the time, but finally sitting with obvious relief in the water – that is a pleasure to observe.


A bird bath should not be too deep, with some flat area on the side so the birds can drink. If yours is too deep, add some medium-sized stones on the bottom so they have a stable resting platform. It should be clean and filled up all the time. That is not too hard to do if you put it in a place reached by your sprinklers and you hose it off regularly.


For birds, being clean is important for their survival. Feathers are their protection from heat and cold, as well as allowing them to fly away quickly in case of danger. If their feathers are dirty, they won’t do their job, and this is why you can observe birds spending many hours preening themselves.


robin splashingHow do they do that? They slide each feather through their beak, removing any dirt or parasites they can find. Then they realign their feathers in the best position, the same way we comb our hair. They also distribute the oil found in the uripydial gland at the base of the tail to waterproof their feathers.


Some birds do not have this gland, including owls, pigeons, parrots and hawks. They have special feathers that disintegrate into a powder that replaces the preening oil.


How do birds take baths? That seems an easy answer: They go in the water, fluff up their feathers while being very careful not to become prey at this vulnerable stage, then they shake their feathers and take off.


What about dust bathing? Hundreds of bird species have been observed taking regular dust baths, including the sparrow, California quail, ring necked pheasant, grouse, wild turkey, greater roadrunner; some species of kestrel will take regular dust baths. They are also part of plumage maintenance. The birds get close to the ground and vigorously wriggle their bodies and flap their wings. That makes a little indentation in the loose soil; the birds then spread both wings so the material falls between the feathers and reaches the skin. They also rub their head in the soil.


The dust bath is followed by shaking the body, ruffling the feathers and careful preening. The dust helps to dislodge parasites and absorb the preening oil that was previously on the feathers so a new coat can be carefully applied.


What else? Sunning helps birds control body parasites and feather mites by moving these pests to different parts of the body where they can be nibbled away.


Any other techniques?


Anting

Anting


Yes, but I am going on my tippy toes about this one because the scientists are still baffled by it and cannot quite decide why it is done. The birds do it, so it certainly has a purpose, but the humans are still scratching their heads. That interesting habit is called “anting.”


What is anting? More than 250 species of birds have been known to ant. They rub insects on their feathers, usually ants. The current thought is that the birds understand that the fluid in the ants is useful – and we know it contains formic acid. Some scientific experiments have been done where the formic acid was removed from the ants and the birds would not ant.


Formic acid is an insecticide, a fungicide and after using the acid on their feathers, the birds have the added bonus to be able to eat the ants. Some birds have also used millipedes or puss moth caterpillars, and those are also known to release powerful chemicals.


antingSome birds will sit on an ant hill and let the ants crawl all over their body, hoping the formic acid produced by the ants will eliminate the parasites in their feathers.


Somehow, I think we humans have it a little bit easier by taking a shower, scrubbing our body with soap and washing our hair with shampoo. But keeping clean is not only a matter of aesthetics. I remember learning that our local native Americans, the Tataviam, were bathing on a regular basis and washing their hair with saponic plants to make sure they would be free of parasites. However, when they were moved to the missions where water was scarce and the idea of “modesty” was introduced to them, bathing was not possible and epidemics ravaged the population.


Birds found many answers for keeping clean using water, dust and ants. Survival is an important force to make you creative.


Remember to help out our local and migratory birds by putting out your feeders and filling your bird bath.


 


Evelyne Vandersande has been a docent at the Placerita Canyon Nature Center for 27 years. She lives in Newhall.


 


 



Helping the Birds | Commentary by Evelyne Vandersande

Hagel at NATO; Guardsman-Turned-Teacher Remembered; more

Defense Secretary Chuck Hagel attends the Brussels NATO conference, a National Guardsman is remembered for trying to stop a school shooting and the Chief of Naval Operations talks leadership.



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Nevada Teacher Killed by 7th Grader was Guardsman Who Served in Afghanistan

Police say teacher and Nevada Air Guard MSgt Michael Landsberry died trying to stop a disgruntled 7th grader from shooting others.



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Wednesday, October 23, 2013

Friends of Santa Clarita Public Library Host Book Auction and Author Event

logo-citylibraryThe Friends of Santa Clarita Public Library invites the community to enjoy several exciting events this October and November. On Monday, October 28 through Monday, November 4, the Friends will host a book auction at the Canyon Country, Valencia, and Old Town Newhall library branches. Then, on Thursday, November 7, the Friends group will host a special evening with writer Alan Brennert, author of Palisades Park, at the Canyon Country Library branch.


The holidays are just around the corner! Residents who are interested in picking up rare and collectable books at reasonable prices to add to their own collection or to give as gifts won’t want to miss the Friends of Santa Clarita Public Library book auction. The book auction will take place at all three Santa Clarita library branches beginning on Monday, October 28 at 10:00 a.m. and concluding on Monday, November 4 at 10:30 a.m., and will include a wide selection of books for readers of all ages and genres.


On Thursday, November 7, 2013 at 7:00 p.m., join writer Alan Brennert, author of Palisades Park, for a special author event at the Canyon Country Library branch. Recognized as a New York Times bestselling novelist, Brennert will share commentary and background behind his newest adult fiction novel, “Palisades Park,” a spellbinding tale about a family of dreamers and their lives within the legendary Palisades Amusement Park. Copies of the book will be available for purchase and no RSVP is needed to attend the event.


The Friends of the Library is an active group of community members who value libraries by volunteering, advocating and fundraising to meet the many needs of the Santa Clarita Public Library. They operate used book stores at each of the City’s three library branches and host various fundraising and cultural events throughout the year. All proceeds raised by the Friends of Santa Clarita Library go to support programming and events at all three branches. For more information about the Friends of Santa Clarita Library, please contact friends@santaclaritalibrary.com or visit SantaClaritaFOL.com.


For more information about the book auction and author event, please contact Friends of Santa Clarita Public Library Liaison, Robin Hoklotubbe, at (661) 799-6135 or at rhoklotubbe@santaclaritalibrary.com.



Friends of Santa Clarita Public Library Host Book Auction and Author Event